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Sometimes, I wonder what changes would happen in my life if I were to win a billion dollars:
1. Continue gambling – Some friends might say, 'You have a billion dollars, and you're still gambling? Are you crazy?' Well, I might be a bit crazy. After going through life's ups and downs, I know that big gambling is not an option anymore. With a family to take care of, my focus would be on them. However, every man likes a bit of excitement, and watching sports without betting would be dull. No matter how much money you have, the pursuit of thrill remains. So, even with a billion dollars, I might indulge in some sports betting. People, no matter how wealthy, always seek that excitement. It's just a matter of whether you can control your desires. Che Guevara once said, 'It's impossible to quit gambling. You'll never be able to quit gambling in this lifetime.'
2. Visit Las Vegas and Macau – I've heard so much about Las Vegas and Macau from friends, about the grandeur and splendor of the casinos. As a gambler, I've lived half my life without seeing what casino chips look like, whether they're made of resin or plastic. It feels like a failure. So, with a budget of $50,000 for Macau and $100,000 for Las Vegas, I'd go and experience it firsthand. I'd set a limit and stick to it, no additional funds. I want to see if the casino's food is really just vegetables without meat, whether the dealers are like the ones in the movies, and if the VIP suites are as comfortable as they say. I want to check if the chips are as heavy as bottle caps.
3. Continue working at my current job – I wouldn't quit my current job. I'd keep working in my profession, even if it's just for a few thousand dollars a month. Having a social circle is important, and I have expertise in my field. I'd like to make a difference in my professional domain or help the younger generation. However, I wouldn't tolerate any more pay cuts or financial hardships due to my job. If the company enjoys deducting my salary, fine, let them. I've done the math, and even if they deduct my entire salary for a year, it would take 24 years to use up one billion dollars, assuming I reach the highest level of my profession. I'd also buy a luxury car and let my boss watch me drive it. As long as I follow the rules and don't break any policies, they won't have a reason to fire me.
4. Purchase a good-quality home in a school district for my children's education – Children are the motivation and hope for parents. Their education is of utmost importance. I'd buy a moderately sized house, around 120 square meters with four bedrooms, two living rooms, and two bathrooms, in a good school district. I don't want a mansion; I don't want to draw too much attention. The most critical thing is providing a great environment for my children's education.
5. Sponsor some financially disadvantaged university students – I'd use the interest from my fortune to sponsor several university students each year. It wouldn't be for every student; there would be specific criteria. I'd focus on high-tech talents in the fields of science and engineering. Wealthy families wouldn't be eligible for sponsorship. I'd only sponsor those with strong aspirations, a sense of national duty, and a commitment to return to the country after studying abroad. I'd support them until they graduate from university, obtain a master's degree, or even a Ph.D. After they start working, I'd mostly leave them to their own devices. These individuals wouldn't lead a difficult life. Sponsorship wouldn't require them to repay the money, as it would be purely voluntary.
6. Create ""Free Bookstores"" in impoverished areas of my hometown – I'd establish free bookstores where children who can't afford books can read freely. The books would only be available for reading inside the store, not for borrowing. Books are a ladder to human progress. Children who don't read at a young age lack the tools for critical thinking and knowledge. I believe no parents would deny their children an education.
7. Visit Patrice Keka in the Congo – This person is someone I deeply admire in real life. He's an engineer from the Congo who has devoted decades to the country's aerospace industry. He's used recycled materials like old TVs, computers, milk cans, and electronic components to create four generations of rockets. Due to the use of recycled materials, the cost is very low, around $200,000 to $300,000 per launch. His dedication is admirable. However, he's lacking funds. The Congolese government only offers encouragement but no financial support. If I had the money, I'd provide $500,000 annually for him to launch rockets and also send a batch of aerospace books. In a hundred years, the aerospace industry in the Congo would surely achieve success, and the Congolese people would always remember me.
8. Plant trees on a piece of land in my hometown – My hometown suffers from severe wind and sandstorms. During the summer and autumn seasons, dust storms are frequent, and the air is filled with the smell of dust. This is due to inadequate anti-sand measures in the region and rampant deforestation. I'd lease a piece of land on a hill, plant trees, and then transplant them to the disaster-prone areas. Drones could be used to sow grass seeds effectively, further controlling sandstorms and benefiting the local population.
9. Start an online entertainment casino website – This would probably be the most enjoyable thing for forum members. I'd offer double the deposit bonuses, double the holiday gifts, and host various events like sports betting, baccarat, and lottery draws on the forum. No restrictions, no approval needed. When the time comes, remember to participate in our events. Haha.
So, my daydreaming is complete. What would you do, my fellow forum members, if you won a billion dollars? |
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Post time 21-9-2023 09:42:38